Edgar Allan News

The Know Theatre of Cincinnati will present an unforgettable weekend of spooky entertainment featuring the award-winning dark musical comedy Edgar Allan by the Coldharts on Friday, October 25th, and the Know Theatre Halloween Party & Improv Jam on Saturday, October 26th.

The Cumberland Theatre will present the musical Nevermore: The Imaginary Life and Mysterious Death of Edgar Allan Poe, running for three weekends in October. The show combines haunting music and poetic storytelling to chronicle Poe's life. Learn how to purchase tickets.

 Maryland Ensemble Theatre will present Daniel Hall Kuhn’s one man show, ALONE… Tales from Edgar Allan Poe, a multimedia performance. Featuring The Tell-Tale Heart, The Raven, Annabel Lee, and more.

Rapid Fire Theatre has announced THE HA-HA-HAUNTING OF STRATHCONA, a night of comedy and ghostly tales set in Edmonton's historic Strathcona neighborhood.

The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey revealed the cast for their upcoming production of MACBETH, featuring a mix of seasoned actors and fresh faces. The production appears this fall on the Main Stage of the acclaimed Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey for the first time in two decades. Learn how to purchase tickets.

WRITE OUT LOUD has announced “Poe and His Progeny”, at the Villa Montezuma Museum in Sherman Heights. This historic Queen Anne Victorian was named “The Palace of the Arts,' by Jessie Shepard, the musician, spiritualist and author who designed it in 1887.

FRIGID New York will present the Days of the Dead Festival at UNDER St. Marks. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

ONE MAN POE returns to London after a sell-out run at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Stephen Smith performs four of Edgar Allan Poe's classics to commemorate the 175th anniversary of the author's death.

Write Out Loud has announced the start of their 18th Season of Story Concerts with CLOWNING AROUND on September 23rd, offering a night of humor and entertainment.

Fort Wayne Youtheatre has revealed new leadership with the appointment of Executive Director Kimee Gearhart and Artistic Director John Smith, aiming to enhance its educational and artistic programs.

John Kevin Jones brings KILLING AN EVENING WITH EDGAR ALLAN POE back to the Merchant's House Museum this fall.

What did our critic think of DISNEY AND CAMERON MACKINTOSH'S MARY POPPINS at The Pocket Community Theatre?

Short Story Theatre will present an evening of storytelling from 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm on Thursday, August 22, at The Unitarian Church in Evanston.

The Greek National Opera Alternative Stage has announced its multi-faceted artistic programme for the season 2024/25, featuring numerous opera and music theatre productions, revivals of successful shows that captivated audiences and critics, a musical for the whole family, puppet theatre, concerts, as well as two unique festivals dedicated to baroque music and percussion instruments.

Edgar Allan Poe and the characters of his fantastic universe are brought to life in the production prepared by Laterna magika, combining dance, singing, original music score, instrumental music, vivid stage design and striking costumes, objects, and marionettes.

Write Out Loud receives a $20K NEA Big Read grant to support community reading programs and events, fostering a love for literature and cultural engagement.

Deadweight Theatre’s The Manikins: A Work In Progress is many things. It is interactive. It is intimate. It is thought-provoking. And, despite the misleading title, it has a polished concept that leaves its audience pondering long after the show ends.

What did our critic think of THE EDGAR ALLAN POE SPEAKEASY at Revolution Stage Company?

The Players’ Ring Theatre has announced its Mainstage Season for 2024-25. Learn more about the full season here!

The Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy is not just any cocktail experience. It's an extraordinary journey that transports guests into the haun=ng world of one of the most famous writers of the macabre. This 21+ only event promises an evening of chilling tales and exquisite cocktails, all set within the confines of a dark, intimate speakeasy. If you're a fan of Edgar Allan Poe, gothic literature, or simply enjoy unique, immersive experiences, this is an event you won't want to miss.